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Mitsubishi Lancer (2011) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2011 2006  
Model Mitsubishi Lancer Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.7 in 91.7 in 12 in
Length 180.0 in 157.3 in 22.7 in
Width 69.4 in 67.7 in 1.7 in
Height 58.7 in 49.0 in 9.7 in
Curb Weight 2922 lb. 2441 lb. 481 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.3 gal. 12.7 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 37.4 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in 53.2 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 50.6 in 2.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.1 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.9 in 0.0 in 36.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.3 in 0.0 in 54.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.1 in 0.0 in 54.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.1 in 0.0 in 36.1 in
Total Legroom 78.3 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 35.2 in
Cargo Volume 11.6 ft3 5.3 ft3 6.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual RWD
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2006 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2005 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4
6-speed manual RWD
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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